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Chapter 7: Nurses and Caretakers
Relapse: Liz speaking- Well the battle is over and everyone is safe- bruised, cut, and bleeding- but safe. I mean everyone. Some how Amani has made it safely back to the group. Our couples are now pretty well, obvious. How did Amani escape death? How will the group take the shock? Will they finally break down and freaking kiss each other already? On with the show!
Curtains open.
A huge sigh of relief drifted through the group of friends as they watched the last rays of sunlight drag themselves over the horizon. Dae pulled Youko tighter against her as the breeze blew by. Youko merely sighed and enjoyed the warmth Dae's body radiated. Amani yawned, smacking her chops before closing her mouth again. Munin, who had long since changed back to his normal state, smiled and put an arm around her shoulders, pulling her closer to his chest. Amani happily complied, exhausted from the night's haul. Faen gave into the urge to lie down in the grass and laughed when Hiei joined her. The birds awoke and began chirping when group finally decided to head home; Amani still latched to Munin's chest, Faen carrying an exhausted Hiei, and Dae and Youko holding onto each others waists as they helped each other walk. Silence passed over them momentarily before Faen finally broke the silence.
"I've tried and tried, but I can't figure out how you survived that bomb Amani." She spat out.
"Yeah." Dae added. "I didn't see you move."
"We all thought you were a goner." Youko said.
"Yeah what happened?" Munin asked.
Amani smiled and looked skyward. Dae and Faen's eyes widened.
"Ok, I don't like that look." Dae said as she narrowed her eyes.
"Yeah," Faen said mirroring the look on Dae's face. "Me neither. Amani, what did you do?"
Amani laughed as she faced the group. "Oh nothing. The bomb was in front of me so I jumped the other way."
The group stopped and turned to look at a highly amused Amani.
"What?" Hiei snapped sitting up in Faen's arms. "I didn't see you move."
Dae's eyes narrowed more to the point where they were slits. "What did you do Amani? How did you escape?"
"I told you I jumped." She said sighing.
"We don't believe you." Faen said as she walked over and stood face to face with Amani. Dae copied the movement dragging Youko with her. Soon the little group was huddled all around Amani with Faen and Dae still glaring at her. Amani met their glares then sighed, her shoulders dropping with her breath to add effect.
"Ok, ok. I was running and the next then I know there is a bomb in front of me. I tried to back up but I knew I'd never get out of the way in time, so at the very, and I mean very last second, I jumped into the air and threw up and ice shield in front of me."
"What!?" the two other females barked.
"Shut-up and let me finish. Anyway, I basically went flying with the fireball, but my ice shield held. I was thrown in a tree about a 100 yards from you all. Unfortunately, I hit the tree head first and then proceeded to fall to the ground head first." Amani answered rubbing the back of her head. "Well, after taking two blows directly to the freaking head, I kinda passed out. By the time I woke up, Munin was fighting Karasu, who had gone blonde, Dae and Youko were fighting Older Toguro, and Faen and Hiei were holding a big fiery stick."
"Blade." Hiei and Faen said in unison.
"Blade, thingy whatever. Anyway, I saw that Munin was bleeding and decided to step in. You know the rest from there. You happy?" Amani growled.
"Yeah, but what's with the weird look?" Hiei asked.
"Nothing." Amani said as she through her eyes skyward again.
"What?" Faen and Dae screamed.
"I'll tell you two later, but sorry boys, you can't know." Amani laughed as she began walking again. Faen and Dae looked at each other, shrugged and followed. Munin and Youko stood back a bit, giving each other concerned looks. Youko finally shook his head and followed the rest of them. Munin sighed and ran to catch up with Amani. The guys remained silent for the rest of the trip while the girls chattered about nothing important.
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Amani sighed again as she let Munin pull down her yet another unfamiliar hall. His excuse the same: that she needed to rest and give time for her wounds to heal.
"I'm not that weak." Amani had grumble, but Munin would have none of it.
"You need your rest. You're not indestructible, ya know." Munin countered.
Amani growled deeper and turned away as she sneered. "Yes, mother."
"Such a childish temper and you wonder why you are so much fun to tease." Munin said as he pulled her into a vacant room. Amani blinked as she took in the room. Blue. From the curtains, to the sheets on the bed, stone on the floor, everything was blue: different shades of blue, but blue none the less. The sheets were stained cerulean blue to match the billowing curtains. Several light blue pillows were littered across the bed. The wood on the bureau next to the bed was painted the color of peaceful lakes along with the desk across the room and the dresser standing next to the desk. The floor was the shade of winter skies on a good day; gray and blue mixed together to create the serene effect. She looked up to see the floor's mirror. A huge mural of stormy clouds covered the ceiling, the mural traveled down the wall until it mingled with the floor.
Amani's mouth dropped as she whispered one word. "Beautiful."
"Yeah, I figured you like it. It's really calming. Now enough sight seeing, off to bed." Munin said as he started pushing her toward the bed.
"But daddy," Amani said pouting. "I'm scared of being by myself in the big scary house. Can I go walking around with you?"
It took her all her effort not to laugh when Munin glared at her. She responded by puffing out her bottom lip and let out a fake whimper. Munin rolled his eyes as Amani finally broke down laughing.
"Now, now little girl. It's time for bed so off you go." Munin said whisking his hands in the direction of the bed.
"Little girl? I think not. I'm a big girl and I can handle myself thank you very much." Amani growled playfully. Amani walked toward the bed purposely bumping into Munin with her hip. She laughed as he stumbled from her blow. Munin growled as he swept Amani into his arms bridal style. Amani kicked her feet and twisted her body, but Munin wouldn't let her escape. He tightened his grip and walked till his thighs touched the bed.
"Time for all little girls to go to bed." Munin chuckled before her dropped Amani unceremoniously onto the bed. Amani huffed as she tried to get, but a sudden weight prevented her from doing so. Without thinking, Munin had planted himself on top of Amani.
"Now, now, you gotta go to bed." Munin said waving his finger in Amani's face. Amani snarled and snap at the finger. Munin jumped and withdrew his hand. "You almost bit me." He said a little breathy.
Amani smiled as she used the distraction to roll him onto his back. She quickly jumped on his stomach, causing him to lose his breath, and planted her hands on either side of his head. "What can I say? I am wild beast that needs to be tamed." Amani leaned over until her lips were at Munin's ear then whispered, "Too bad no one can do it?"
Munin felt his beast rise in him at those words and flipped Amani back onto her back, pinning her arms to her chest. "Let's give it a try shall we?"
Amani didn't have time to answer before Munin's lips were on hers. His silk lips pushed against hers gingerly sucking. Amani shivered as a Munin's tongue run over her bottom lip. She pulled her arms free of Munin's grip and began running her fingers through his hair as he pushed harder on her lips until she was forced to open to him. Munin swept his tongue over and behind her teeth before retreating to his own mouth. He pushed in a second time, rubbing his tongue over Amani's as they battle for the dominance of the kiss. Amani moaned as she felt Munin's hand run up her side.
At the sound, Munin pulled back from the kiss and smiled. "It seems the wild Amani has been tamed."
Amani growled as she tightened her grip in his hair. She pulled his hair down to her for a second kiss then pulled him away and smirked. "But look who's in control."
Munin growled as he grabbed her wrist. "We must fix this mustn't we?"
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A groggy Faen carried Hiei into the room they had slept in the night before. At night she had failed to notice anything, but daytime brought out the true brilliance of the design. Dark purple sheets coated the canapé of the bed; a large comforter that matched the canapé lay across the bed itself. Silver lines twisted and churned as they dance across the comforter and into the two dark violet pillows. Dark brown wood brought out the lavender of the walls. The dresser, the bed posts, even the cabinet near the window were all made of the same dark wood. The dark wood also crept along the floor and evenly the ceiling.
"Homey." Faen as she went to the bed. She quickly laid a grumbling Hiei down on the comforter.
"I didn't need you to carry me." He griped as she drew the covers to tuck him in.
"I know, but I wanted to. Plus, you're cute when you're grumpy." She said as she turned and walked to the cabinet to find some clean linens. She stopped suddenly as the world swam and the corners of her vision darkened.
"Are you alright?" Hiei asked when he noticed her stop.
Faen shook her head and immediately wish she hadn't. She brought her hand to her temples as she continued her walk to the cabinet. She quickly bent down and grabbed something, not really noticing or caring what it was. She turned back to Hiei, a smile plastered to her face.
"Yeah, I'm fine just..."she winced bringing her hand to her head again. "Just a little headache."
"You sure?" Hiei asked as she sat down by him.
"Yeah, I'm fine. It's just a little twinge." She said as she looked at the cloth in her hand then back at Hiei. A genuine smile appeared on her face as she stood. "It appears that I have the rag, but no water. Excuse me while I fetch it."
"You don't have to." Hiei said, a tad concerned about her 'headache'.
"No, I want to plus. I think I'll go get something for my head." She answered as she walked to the door.
"Fine, but I'll go with you." Hiei said as he pulled away the covers.
"No! No. You have to stay in bed." She said as she turned back to him. "Plus, I want my little snuggles getting better, not getting worse worrying about me."
Hiei visibly relaxed when she used his pet name. "Are you sure?"
"Positive." she said turning the door handle behind her.
"Stay safe." Hiei said as he crawled back under the covers.
"Oh come on Hiei. I'm going to the kitchen not to battle. I'll be fine. Don't worry yourself."
"Ok." Hiei whispered unsurely as he watched her open the door and exit the room.
Faen smiled as she heard his whisper. She shook her head again as she started for the kitchen. She walked down the hall holding her head until she made it to the kitchen.
"Ok." She muttered to herself. "I need a bowl. Bowl. Bowl. Bowl." She continued to mutter as she searched the kitchen. "Bowl where are you?" she whispered as she turned in place. She finally looked up and spotted one on the shelf above her. Faen smiled as she grabbed a chair. She quickly placed it under the bowl and climbed in top.
"Come here you stupid bowl." Faen whispered harshly as she strained to reach for the bowl. After several moments of struggling and straining, Faen finally managed to inch the bowl into her grasp. "Gotcha ya little sucker. I swear-" Faen was cut short as pained ricocheted throughout her skull. The bowl shattered to pieces on the floor as Faen released her grip on it in favor of holding her head. Faen's breathing became ragged as black smeared her vision. She swayed and staggered in the chair as her eyes close with the pain. Whimpers and sobs of pain escaped her lips. She bent over trying to relieve the pain; the chair shifted under the movement and finally tipped. Faen quickly tumbled to the ground. A loud thud resounded throughout the kitchen; Faen lay motionless on the kitchen pain consuming her senses. Her heartbeat beat loudly in her ears as she listened to her own breathing in her head. The darkness swirled across her eyes as she finally blacked out.
"Hiei." She whispered as her body stilled.
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Youko and Dae casually walked into the garden arm in arm.
"What was it you going to show me again?" Dae asked pulling her arm from Youko's grip to cross her arms her chest.
Youko stopped and looked at her angry stance. He laughed. "I'm going to show you my plants."
"Oh." Dae said as she took Youko's arm when he offered it again. "They aren't going to try to kill me, are they?" she asked a little wary.
"No, not unless I want them to and I don't believe I want to kill you...yet." Youko laughed again at the shocked look on Dae's face.
"What's that supposed to mean?" she said glaring, well screw daggers, she was glaring butcher knives at him. Youko just continued to laugh.
"Nothing at all."
Dae was about to retort but she lost her breath. Youko smiled at her reaction. Flowers bloomed everywhere she looked. A patch of geraniums grew by her right leg and the smell of fresh gardenias was strong in the air. Pansies, mums, chrysanthemums, crepe myrtles, and about every other flower in the world bloomed in large quantities. She looked around again to find azaleas, tulips, even dandelions among the different hybrids of flowers. Everywhere she looked, Dae was barraged by the bright colors and fragrant smells of fresh blossoms. She searched the grounds, stepping away from Youko who let her leave. Row upon row of roses grew tall and strong; all color and type was present from dark crimson to pure white. She ran to the center of the garden to find a huge oak tree shaded with Spanish moss. She sat down under and called Youko to her. Youko smiled as he approached.
"What do you think?" he asked as he sat down next to her.
"Wow! I can't think of anything more. It's beautiful."
"Glad you like it." Youko said.
"Like it, I love it, but..."
"But what?" Youko asked cocking an eyebrow.
"But it needs blue roses."
"What? Blue roses? They don't exist."
"I know." Dae said cocking her head sideways. " 'Tis a shame. You should create them."
Youko laughed. "I'll try, but it won't be easy."
"As long as you try." Dae said, giving him a quick kiss on the cheek.
Youko blinked. "What was that for?"
"For helping me in the battle; couldn't have done it without you." Dae said smiling. "And the roses."
Her smile disappeared as she felt silk brush across then possess her lips. Youko pulled back from the gentle kiss and smiled at the blush that crept across Dae's cheeks.
"What was that for?" she said a little breathy.
"For helping me in the battle and healing my wounds." Youko whispered as he leaned in again. A small yip escaped him as pain throbbed throughout his arm. "What the--?"
Dae laughed as she heard Youko growl in frustration. "Looks like I missed one. Let me see it." Dae gently grabbed his arm and began inspecting the wound. Youko was about to pull back but decided against it. It seemed kinda childish to him. Dae ran her fingers over the slash and poked a few spots causing Youko to wince. "Doesn't look to bad. I'd love to heal it for you but I'm all tuckered out. Wait a minute..."
"What?" Youko asked, not liking the mischievous glint in her eyes.
"I'm just gonna heal it the old fashion way."
"Which is?"
Dae just smiled and tucked her hair behind one shoulder.
"What are you doing?" Youko asked.
Dae didn't answer but simply pressed her lips to the wound. Youko stifled a gasp as she flicked her tongue tenderly over the expanse of the wound. She then locked her mouth across the gash and began sucking the injury clean. Youko's eyes dropped to half lidded and his mind fog as he watched Dae's ministrations. Dae continued to probe and cleanse Youko's wound until it was completely healed over. She pulled back from his arm and looked at her handy work; fresh pink tissue covered the gap. She smile as she met eyes with Youko.
Youko studied her face as he tried, with no avail, to pull himself out of the trance her tender attention had put him in. His studying actually worsened his trance. The redness of her lips, the lavender of her eyes, and the slope of her neck all caught his attention. Youko's eyes widened as he noticed as small scratch on Dae's cheek that disappeared into her hair. He raised a hand and gently swept the hair behind her ear, exposing the full extent of the wound. Instantly, Dae was pushed to the ground with a panting Youko on top of her.
"Youko what are you doing?" she asked when he buried his face in her hair then moved to her neck.
Youko's breath tickled Dae's throat as he answered. "Returning the favor."
Dae opened her mouth the question him, but only a gasp escaped. Youko bit into the soft flesh of the wound causing Dae to whimper. He smiled as licked along the her neck; gently nibbling and sucking at the tear. Dae moaned as she felt heat sink into her chest and spread through her body. Youko worked his way up the gash to the side of Dae's jawbone then onto her cheek. He quickly licked the blood and scar tissue away and moved till his mouth hovered over hers and their noses touched.
Youko stared into Dae's eyes which were cloudy with the same lustful passion. He intertwined his fingers with Dae's as he brushed his lips against hers. Youko felt his control slip as the smell of his and Dae's blood mingled in their breaths. Unable to take it anymore, Dae pulled up and locked her lips on his. Youko pushed her back down never relinquishing the kiss. She whimpered as Youko pushed harder against her mouth, but her whimpers turned to moans as Youko bit and licked at her bottom lip, pleading for entrance. Dae gasped when his right hand left hers and traveled up her side and over the tip of her breast. Youko immediately entered her mouth, taking his time in plundering the sweet taste of her mouth and drink down all her essence. Youko growled softly when Dae ran her tongue over then traced the points of each of his fangs. He pushed her tongue back in her mouth where they fought for the dominance of the kiss. Dae moaned as he deliberately ran his hands over her breasts again. She arched, her chest rubbing against his and buried her hands in his hair. Youko groaned as pictures of a Dae moaning and writhing beneath him as he moved above her flashed through his head. Reluctantly, he pulled away as he smelled her arousal began to hit the point of no return. He growled in pleasure as he gazed into Dae's lust filled eyes.
"I think we better stop before we do something we'll regret." Youko whispered huskily. Dae merely nodded, not trusted her own voice not to betray her.
Youko slowly peeled himself away from her body. He got to his knees before offering Dae his hand. Dae tentatively took it while she still stared him in the eye. Youko stood to his full height pulling Dae up with him. Their eyes never lost contact as Youko leaned in closer again, but they both drew back before their lips touched. A loud crash sounded causing their ears to twitch.
"Did you hear that?" Dae asked as she pulled farther away from Youko.
"Yeah, it sounded like a crash." Youko said as he began to walk toward the back door followed closely by Dae. The two walked inside and were instantly overwhelmed with a fowl stench.
"Is that what I think it is?" Dae asked while scrunching her nose.
"Yeah, it's blood. Lot's of blood. Come on." Youko said, grabbing Dae's hand. The pair set off following the raw scent. After several minutes of searching, they stumbled upon a crumpled form. It moaned as it turned in a small pool of blood.
Hiei groaned again as he pulled a large shard of vase out of his arm. Youko and Dae were instantly by his side, helping him to his feet. They each grabbed an arm as they drug him away from the shattered glass.
"Are you ok?" Dae asked Hiei as she and Youko sat him down.
"Ya Hiei, what are you doing?" Youko asked as he tore a piece of his pants and began wrapping Hiei's arm.
"I got to find her." Hiei responded as he tried to pull himself to his feet.
Dae and Youko immediately pushed him back down. Hiei struggled and fought as he tried to stand again.
"Calm down Hiei. Who are you looking for?" Youko asked, releasing his friend.
Hiei looked at both kitsunes with what looked like panic in his eyes. "I gotta find Faen! She's missing!"
Curtains close.
A/N: Another cliffhanger. Wow, I'm gonna get beat for this one. I hope you enjoyed the lime. Thank you to all of you who voted and please continue to respond. I need ideas so any, suggestions would help. You must know that it takes me so long to update because the story is in three parts. Let me explain: I have a beginning, a middle, and a very good climax. I had the ideas in my head for an awesome climax and didn't want lose them, so I went ahead and wrote them. So eventually, the chapters will start coming out faster. I love all you fans. This is Lykaios Theophania saying, "Goodbye, Goodnight, and I hope you all have a wonderful New Years Eve! I know I'll be delivering my offerings to the porcelain god before New Years Day."
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Chapter 7: Nurses and Caretakers
Relapse: Liz speaking- Well the battle is over and everyone is safe- bruised, cut, and bleeding- but safe. I mean everyone. Some how Amani has made it safely back to the group. Our couples are now pretty well, obvious. How did Amani escape death? How will the group take the shock? Will they finally break down and freaking kiss each other already? On with the show!
Curtains open.
A huge sigh of relief drifted through the group of friends as they watched the last rays of sunlight drag themselves over the horizon. Dae pulled Youko tighter against her as the breeze blew by. Youko merely sighed and enjoyed the warmth Dae's body radiated. Amani yawned, smacking her chops before closing her mouth again. Munin, who had long since changed back to his normal state, smiled and put an arm around her shoulders, pulling her closer to his chest. Amani happily complied, exhausted from the night's haul. Faen gave into the urge to lie down in the grass and laughed when Hiei joined her. The birds awoke and began chirping when group finally decided to head home; Amani still latched to Munin's chest, Faen carrying an exhausted Hiei, and Dae and Youko holding onto each others waists as they helped each other walk. Silence passed over them momentarily before Faen finally broke the silence.
"I've tried and tried, but I can't figure out how you survived that bomb Amani." She spat out.
"Yeah." Dae added. "I didn't see you move."
"We all thought you were a goner." Youko said.
"Yeah what happened?" Munin asked.
Amani smiled and looked skyward. Dae and Faen's eyes widened.
"Ok, I don't like that look." Dae said as she narrowed her eyes.
"Yeah," Faen said mirroring the look on Dae's face. "Me neither. Amani, what did you do?"
Amani laughed as she faced the group. "Oh nothing. The bomb was in front of me so I jumped the other way."
The group stopped and turned to look at a highly amused Amani.
"What?" Hiei snapped sitting up in Faen's arms. "I didn't see you move."
Dae's eyes narrowed more to the point where they were slits. "What did you do Amani? How did you escape?"
"I told you I jumped." She said sighing.
"We don't believe you." Faen said as she walked over and stood face to face with Amani. Dae copied the movement dragging Youko with her. Soon the little group was huddled all around Amani with Faen and Dae still glaring at her. Amani met their glares then sighed, her shoulders dropping with her breath to add effect.
"Ok, ok. I was running and the next then I know there is a bomb in front of me. I tried to back up but I knew I'd never get out of the way in time, so at the very, and I mean very last second, I jumped into the air and threw up and ice shield in front of me."
"What!?" the two other females barked.
"Shut-up and let me finish. Anyway, I basically went flying with the fireball, but my ice shield held. I was thrown in a tree about a 100 yards from you all. Unfortunately, I hit the tree head first and then proceeded to fall to the ground head first." Amani answered rubbing the back of her head. "Well, after taking two blows directly to the freaking head, I kinda passed out. By the time I woke up, Munin was fighting Karasu, who had gone blonde, Dae and Youko were fighting Older Toguro, and Faen and Hiei were holding a big fiery stick."
"Blade." Hiei and Faen said in unison.
"Blade, thingy whatever. Anyway, I saw that Munin was bleeding and decided to step in. You know the rest from there. You happy?" Amani growled.
"Yeah, but what's with the weird look?" Hiei asked.
"Nothing." Amani said as she through her eyes skyward again.
"What?" Faen and Dae screamed.
"I'll tell you two later, but sorry boys, you can't know." Amani laughed as she began walking again. Faen and Dae looked at each other, shrugged and followed. Munin and Youko stood back a bit, giving each other concerned looks. Youko finally shook his head and followed the rest of them. Munin sighed and ran to catch up with Amani. The guys remained silent for the rest of the trip while the girls chattered about nothing important.
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Amani sighed again as she let Munin pull down her yet another unfamiliar hall. His excuse the same: that she needed to rest and give time for her wounds to heal.
"I'm not that weak." Amani had grumble, but Munin would have none of it.
"You need your rest. You're not indestructible, ya know." Munin countered.
Amani growled deeper and turned away as she sneered. "Yes, mother."
"Such a childish temper and you wonder why you are so much fun to tease." Munin said as he pulled her into a vacant room. Amani blinked as she took in the room. Blue. From the curtains, to the sheets on the bed, stone on the floor, everything was blue: different shades of blue, but blue none the less. The sheets were stained cerulean blue to match the billowing curtains. Several light blue pillows were littered across the bed. The wood on the bureau next to the bed was painted the color of peaceful lakes along with the desk across the room and the dresser standing next to the desk. The floor was the shade of winter skies on a good day; gray and blue mixed together to create the serene effect. She looked up to see the floor's mirror. A huge mural of stormy clouds covered the ceiling, the mural traveled down the wall until it mingled with the floor.
Amani's mouth dropped as she whispered one word. "Beautiful."
"Yeah, I figured you like it. It's really calming. Now enough sight seeing, off to bed." Munin said as he started pushing her toward the bed.
"But daddy," Amani said pouting. "I'm scared of being by myself in the big scary house. Can I go walking around with you?"
It took her all her effort not to laugh when Munin glared at her. She responded by puffing out her bottom lip and let out a fake whimper. Munin rolled his eyes as Amani finally broke down laughing.
"Now, now little girl. It's time for bed so off you go." Munin said whisking his hands in the direction of the bed.
"Little girl? I think not. I'm a big girl and I can handle myself thank you very much." Amani growled playfully. Amani walked toward the bed purposely bumping into Munin with her hip. She laughed as he stumbled from her blow. Munin growled as he swept Amani into his arms bridal style. Amani kicked her feet and twisted her body, but Munin wouldn't let her escape. He tightened his grip and walked till his thighs touched the bed.
"Time for all little girls to go to bed." Munin chuckled before her dropped Amani unceremoniously onto the bed. Amani huffed as she tried to get, but a sudden weight prevented her from doing so. Without thinking, Munin had planted himself on top of Amani.
"Now, now, you gotta go to bed." Munin said waving his finger in Amani's face. Amani snarled and snap at the finger. Munin jumped and withdrew his hand. "You almost bit me." He said a little breathy.
Amani smiled as she used the distraction to roll him onto his back. She quickly jumped on his stomach, causing him to lose his breath, and planted her hands on either side of his head. "What can I say? I am wild beast that needs to be tamed." Amani leaned over until her lips were at Munin's ear then whispered, "Too bad no one can do it?"
Munin felt his beast rise in him at those words and flipped Amani back onto her back, pinning her arms to her chest. "Let's give it a try shall we?"
Amani didn't have time to answer before Munin's lips were on hers. His silk lips pushed against hers gingerly sucking. Amani shivered as a Munin's tongue run over her bottom lip. She pulled her arms free of Munin's grip and began running her fingers through his hair as he pushed harder on her lips until she was forced to open to him. Munin swept his tongue over and behind her teeth before retreating to his own mouth. He pushed in a second time, rubbing his tongue over Amani's as they battle for the dominance of the kiss. Amani moaned as she felt Munin's hand run up her side.
At the sound, Munin pulled back from the kiss and smiled. "It seems the wild Amani has been tamed."
Amani growled as she tightened her grip in his hair. She pulled his hair down to her for a second kiss then pulled him away and smirked. "But look who's in control."
Munin growled as he grabbed her wrist. "We must fix this mustn't we?"
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A groggy Faen carried Hiei into the room they had slept in the night before. At night she had failed to notice anything, but daytime brought out the true brilliance of the design. Dark purple sheets coated the canapé of the bed; a large comforter that matched the canapé lay across the bed itself. Silver lines twisted and churned as they dance across the comforter and into the two dark violet pillows. Dark brown wood brought out the lavender of the walls. The dresser, the bed posts, even the cabinet near the window were all made of the same dark wood. The dark wood also crept along the floor and evenly the ceiling.
"Homey." Faen as she went to the bed. She quickly laid a grumbling Hiei down on the comforter.
"I didn't need you to carry me." He griped as she drew the covers to tuck him in.
"I know, but I wanted to. Plus, you're cute when you're grumpy." She said as she turned and walked to the cabinet to find some clean linens. She stopped suddenly as the world swam and the corners of her vision darkened.
"Are you alright?" Hiei asked when he noticed her stop.
Faen shook her head and immediately wish she hadn't. She brought her hand to her temples as she continued her walk to the cabinet. She quickly bent down and grabbed something, not really noticing or caring what it was. She turned back to Hiei, a smile plastered to her face.
"Yeah, I'm fine just..."she winced bringing her hand to her head again. "Just a little headache."
"You sure?" Hiei asked as she sat down by him.
"Yeah, I'm fine. It's just a little twinge." She said as she looked at the cloth in her hand then back at Hiei. A genuine smile appeared on her face as she stood. "It appears that I have the rag, but no water. Excuse me while I fetch it."
"You don't have to." Hiei said, a tad concerned about her 'headache'.
"No, I want to plus. I think I'll go get something for my head." She answered as she walked to the door.
"Fine, but I'll go with you." Hiei said as he pulled away the covers.
"No! No. You have to stay in bed." She said as she turned back to him. "Plus, I want my little snuggles getting better, not getting worse worrying about me."
Hiei visibly relaxed when she used his pet name. "Are you sure?"
"Positive." she said turning the door handle behind her.
"Stay safe." Hiei said as he crawled back under the covers.
"Oh come on Hiei. I'm going to the kitchen not to battle. I'll be fine. Don't worry yourself."
"Ok." Hiei whispered unsurely as he watched her open the door and exit the room.
Faen smiled as she heard his whisper. She shook her head again as she started for the kitchen. She walked down the hall holding her head until she made it to the kitchen.
"Ok." She muttered to herself. "I need a bowl. Bowl. Bowl. Bowl." She continued to mutter as she searched the kitchen. "Bowl where are you?" she whispered as she turned in place. She finally looked up and spotted one on the shelf above her. Faen smiled as she grabbed a chair. She quickly placed it under the bowl and climbed in top.
"Come here you stupid bowl." Faen whispered harshly as she strained to reach for the bowl. After several moments of struggling and straining, Faen finally managed to inch the bowl into her grasp. "Gotcha ya little sucker. I swear-" Faen was cut short as pained ricocheted throughout her skull. The bowl shattered to pieces on the floor as Faen released her grip on it in favor of holding her head. Faen's breathing became ragged as black smeared her vision. She swayed and staggered in the chair as her eyes close with the pain. Whimpers and sobs of pain escaped her lips. She bent over trying to relieve the pain; the chair shifted under the movement and finally tipped. Faen quickly tumbled to the ground. A loud thud resounded throughout the kitchen; Faen lay motionless on the kitchen pain consuming her senses. Her heartbeat beat loudly in her ears as she listened to her own breathing in her head. The darkness swirled across her eyes as she finally blacked out.
"Hiei." She whispered as her body stilled.
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Youko and Dae casually walked into the garden arm in arm.
"What was it you going to show me again?" Dae asked pulling her arm from Youko's grip to cross her arms her chest.
Youko stopped and looked at her angry stance. He laughed. "I'm going to show you my plants."
"Oh." Dae said as she took Youko's arm when he offered it again. "They aren't going to try to kill me, are they?" she asked a little wary.
"No, not unless I want them to and I don't believe I want to kill you...yet." Youko laughed again at the shocked look on Dae's face.
"What's that supposed to mean?" she said glaring, well screw daggers, she was glaring butcher knives at him. Youko just continued to laugh.
"Nothing at all."
Dae was about to retort but she lost her breath. Youko smiled at her reaction. Flowers bloomed everywhere she looked. A patch of geraniums grew by her right leg and the smell of fresh gardenias was strong in the air. Pansies, mums, chrysanthemums, crepe myrtles, and about every other flower in the world bloomed in large quantities. She looked around again to find azaleas, tulips, even dandelions among the different hybrids of flowers. Everywhere she looked, Dae was barraged by the bright colors and fragrant smells of fresh blossoms. She searched the grounds, stepping away from Youko who let her leave. Row upon row of roses grew tall and strong; all color and type was present from dark crimson to pure white. She ran to the center of the garden to find a huge oak tree shaded with Spanish moss. She sat down under and called Youko to her. Youko smiled as he approached.
"What do you think?" he asked as he sat down next to her.
"Wow! I can't think of anything more. It's beautiful."
"Glad you like it." Youko said.
"Like it, I love it, but..."
"But what?" Youko asked cocking an eyebrow.
"But it needs blue roses."
"What? Blue roses? They don't exist."
"I know." Dae said cocking her head sideways. " 'Tis a shame. You should create them."
Youko laughed. "I'll try, but it won't be easy."
"As long as you try." Dae said, giving him a quick kiss on the cheek.
Youko blinked. "What was that for?"
"For helping me in the battle; couldn't have done it without you." Dae said smiling. "And the roses."
Her smile disappeared as she felt silk brush across then possess her lips. Youko pulled back from the gentle kiss and smiled at the blush that crept across Dae's cheeks.
"What was that for?" she said a little breathy.
"For helping me in the battle and healing my wounds." Youko whispered as he leaned in again. A small yip escaped him as pain throbbed throughout his arm. "What the--?"
Dae laughed as she heard Youko growl in frustration. "Looks like I missed one. Let me see it." Dae gently grabbed his arm and began inspecting the wound. Youko was about to pull back but decided against it. It seemed kinda childish to him. Dae ran her fingers over the slash and poked a few spots causing Youko to wince. "Doesn't look to bad. I'd love to heal it for you but I'm all tuckered out. Wait a minute..."
"What?" Youko asked, not liking the mischievous glint in her eyes.
"I'm just gonna heal it the old fashion way."
"Which is?"
Dae just smiled and tucked her hair behind one shoulder.
"What are you doing?" Youko asked.
Dae didn't answer but simply pressed her lips to the wound. Youko stifled a gasp as she flicked her tongue tenderly over the expanse of the wound. She then locked her mouth across the gash and began sucking the injury clean. Youko's eyes dropped to half lidded and his mind fog as he watched Dae's ministrations. Dae continued to probe and cleanse Youko's wound until it was completely healed over. She pulled back from his arm and looked at her handy work; fresh pink tissue covered the gap. She smile as she met eyes with Youko.
Youko studied her face as he tried, with no avail, to pull himself out of the trance her tender attention had put him in. His studying actually worsened his trance. The redness of her lips, the lavender of her eyes, and the slope of her neck all caught his attention. Youko's eyes widened as he noticed as small scratch on Dae's cheek that disappeared into her hair. He raised a hand and gently swept the hair behind her ear, exposing the full extent of the wound. Instantly, Dae was pushed to the ground with a panting Youko on top of her.
"Youko what are you doing?" she asked when he buried his face in her hair then moved to her neck.
Youko's breath tickled Dae's throat as he answered. "Returning the favor."
Dae opened her mouth the question him, but only a gasp escaped. Youko bit into the soft flesh of the wound causing Dae to whimper. He smiled as licked along the her neck; gently nibbling and sucking at the tear. Dae moaned as she felt heat sink into her chest and spread through her body. Youko worked his way up the gash to the side of Dae's jawbone then onto her cheek. He quickly licked the blood and scar tissue away and moved till his mouth hovered over hers and their noses touched.
Youko stared into Dae's eyes which were cloudy with the same lustful passion. He intertwined his fingers with Dae's as he brushed his lips against hers. Youko felt his control slip as the smell of his and Dae's blood mingled in their breaths. Unable to take it anymore, Dae pulled up and locked her lips on his. Youko pushed her back down never relinquishing the kiss. She whimpered as Youko pushed harder against her mouth, but her whimpers turned to moans as Youko bit and licked at her bottom lip, pleading for entrance. Dae gasped when his right hand left hers and traveled up her side and over the tip of her breast. Youko immediately entered her mouth, taking his time in plundering the sweet taste of her mouth and drink down all her essence. Youko growled softly when Dae ran her tongue over then traced the points of each of his fangs. He pushed her tongue back in her mouth where they fought for the dominance of the kiss. Dae moaned as he deliberately ran his hands over her breasts again. She arched, her chest rubbing against his and buried her hands in his hair. Youko groaned as pictures of a Dae moaning and writhing beneath him as he moved above her flashed through his head. Reluctantly, he pulled away as he smelled her arousal began to hit the point of no return. He growled in pleasure as he gazed into Dae's lust filled eyes.
"I think we better stop before we do something we'll regret." Youko whispered huskily. Dae merely nodded, not trusted her own voice not to betray her.
Youko slowly peeled himself away from her body. He got to his knees before offering Dae his hand. Dae tentatively took it while she still stared him in the eye. Youko stood to his full height pulling Dae up with him. Their eyes never lost contact as Youko leaned in closer again, but they both drew back before their lips touched. A loud crash sounded causing their ears to twitch.
"Did you hear that?" Dae asked as she pulled farther away from Youko.
"Yeah, it sounded like a crash." Youko said as he began to walk toward the back door followed closely by Dae. The two walked inside and were instantly overwhelmed with a fowl stench.
"Is that what I think it is?" Dae asked while scrunching her nose.
"Yeah, it's blood. Lot's of blood. Come on." Youko said, grabbing Dae's hand. The pair set off following the raw scent. After several minutes of searching, they stumbled upon a crumpled form. It moaned as it turned in a small pool of blood.
Hiei groaned again as he pulled a large shard of vase out of his arm. Youko and Dae were instantly by his side, helping him to his feet. They each grabbed an arm as they drug him away from the shattered glass.
"Are you ok?" Dae asked Hiei as she and Youko sat him down.
"Ya Hiei, what are you doing?" Youko asked as he tore a piece of his pants and began wrapping Hiei's arm.
"I got to find her." Hiei responded as he tried to pull himself to his feet.
Dae and Youko immediately pushed him back down. Hiei struggled and fought as he tried to stand again.
"Calm down Hiei. Who are you looking for?" Youko asked, releasing his friend.
Hiei looked at both kitsunes with what looked like panic in his eyes. "I gotta find Faen! She's missing!"
Curtains close.
A/N: Another cliffhanger. Wow, I'm gonna get beat for this one. I hope you enjoyed the lime. Thank you to all of you who voted and please continue to respond. I need ideas so any, suggestions would help. You must know that it takes me so long to update because the story is in three parts. Let me explain: I have a beginning, a middle, and a very good climax. I had the ideas in my head for an awesome climax and didn't want lose them, so I went ahead and wrote them. So eventually, the chapters will start coming out faster. I love all you fans. This is Lykaios Theophania saying, "Goodbye, Goodnight, and I hope you all have a wonderful New Years Eve! I know I'll be delivering my offerings to the porcelain god before New Years Day."
